The Wire with Caeden

A new comprehensive review of global ocean temperature data has allowed researchers to paint a clear picture of ocean warming since the 1950s, and predict future warming scenarios. 

They found that if we don’t take action, the rate of ocean warming will be four times larger than the current level by 2090, with dire consequences for all life on Earth. 

However, Authors also point out that if the world succeeds in limiting global surface temperature to 2°C above pre-industrial levels, as per the Paris Agreement, the acceleration of ocean warming will stop at around 2030, highlighting the need for urgent action to mitigate climate change

Joe spoke to Dr Kevin Trenberth, from the University of Auckland, who co-authored the study on the matter

Radical Aid Force is a left wing aid group from Berlin. Since the start of the Russian Invasion in Ukraine, they have been supplying aid and supplies to people and fighters in Ukraine, and helping to evacuate vulnerable civilians out of the country.

European correspondent Cameron Adams spoke to them about their work, including providing the morning after pill for women affected by the conflict.

The 2022 Ethical Fashion Report by Tearfund has been released and shows low standards overall in labour practices and sustainable production.

Footwear companies scored particularly poorly, with the Ngahuia group, which trades as Hannahs and Number One Shoes getting a zero on the report. This morning, they put out a press release blaming the challenges of covid for their refusal to take part.

Casper and Christina reported on these new numbers on The Wire, speaking to Morgan Theakston, advocacy specialist at Tearfund, and Lisa McEwan, a fashion and sustainability lecturer from AUT.

A new study has found that having female directors on the board of a socially responsible company can have a moderating effect - socially responsible companies benefit from having more women on their boards, but on the flip side, any negative press involving social irresponsibility will result in the company value tanking more if there are women on the board.

Christina spoke to one of the researchers, Dr Lina Li from the University of Auckland's Business School about this study and what it means for businesses.